So, you’re a new parent. You’ve probably analysed (or over-analysed) everything that is happening to your baby’s body (read: health) — but what about what goes on it?
Choosing a detergent for baby clothing is a big decision. You’ve got to check what materials can it wash, whether it’s organic or natural based, is liquid or powder version better… and the list of questions goes on.
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Down below listed are some of the best baby detergent products choices that you can safely choose for your little one. Make laundry a whole lot easier as you’ve got to save your strength for tending to your little one.
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Babies and kids who suffer from sensitive skin problems should always stay away from products that are loaded with chemically-based ingredients that’ll do more harm than good. Luckily for you, K-MOM’s Baby Laundry Detergent only uses the highest quality of USDA certified organic ingredients.
Features:
Free of 10 harmful chemicals, this detergent uses plant-based ingredients such as natural seed oil surfactant. The don’t only possess low irritability to a baby’s skin but also break down dirt and grime effectively.
Performance:
Suitable for hand wash, front load and top load washers, this liquid detergent only needs a small quantity of it to get a load done.
We know how messy and, well, dirty babies can get. If this is them, you’ve probably exhausted yourself trying to get rid of stubborn stains on their clothing and even bedding. Worry not, as we’ve found the right product for you.
Nappikleen’s Antibacterial Liquid Wash promises to rid the dirtiest of stains even.
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The formula features duo enzymes acting as antibacterial agents to eliminate about 99.9% of bacteria on stained fabrics. Nevertheless, this is a pH-balanced liquid wash that is mild and gentle on your baby’s skin.
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This detergent is best used on any fabric that touches your baby’s body, from clothing to bedding.
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If you’re worried about your baby’s fabrics smelling too strong like perfumes, Pureen’s Anti Bacterial Liquid Detergent can assure you that their scent is not overbearing but just pleasant enough.
Features:
Consisting a combination of highly effective enzymes to remove stubborn stains, the formula’s anti-depository agents also help prevent re-deposition of removed dirts. By just soaking your child's clothing overnight with some of the detergent diluted with water, you’ll be able to get rid of the most pungent odour faced.
Plus, thanks to low suds formation, there’ll hardly be any overflows from the washing machine.
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If you’re a fan of fresh and clean baby smell, this formula’s unique fragrance promises to leave a mild scent on all your baby’s clothing, causing no irritation to them while letting you enjoy the scent.
Free of enzymes, fragrances and brighteners, Buds’ Baby Safe Laundry Detergent is made of 100% plant-based ingredients.
Features:
Powered by organic aloe vera leaf juice and organic orange oil to give your little ones soft and non-irritable fabrics and bedding, this detergent also has a pleasant perfume scent, all of which are derived solely from organic essential oils.
Plus, another fascinating fact about Buds is that they are certified by ECOCERT. They are one of the strictest and most recognized certified bodies to ensure that formulas carry zero nasties and clean ingredients.
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Safe, effective and environmentally-friendly, its benefits certainly outweighs its shortcoming which is that the formula’s smell may not be pleasant to some babies.
Baby Organix solely believes that you don’t need nasty chemicals to get good, clean laundry. Rather, plant-based ingredients that do not harm the earth and environment when being farmed will do the trick just as well.
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This baby detergent’s formula is packed with a range of essential oils that give the fabrics a nice botanical scent, which makes it ideal to calm the baby. Baby Organix’s Eco Liquid Laundry Detergent is carefully made without SLS,SLES, phosphates and paraben, making it truly safe and organic product for your baby.
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Being a liquid detergent that is also non-toxic and biodegradable, it should work well on all types of clothing and bedding material.
If you rather a stronger formula than liquid-based detergents, powders are the way to go! Pigeon’s Baby Laundry Detergent Powder is specially formulated with anti-bacterial properties to cater to a baby’s clothing and skin.
Features:
The formula is mild and gentle on a baby’s skin solely due to its phosphate and flourescent-free formula, so it shouldn’t cause any irritation. Plus, it’s also colour safe and recommended for both front and top load washing.
Performance:
Able to kill about 99.9% of bacteria on your baby’s clothes and bedding, it works to effectively remove not just stubborn stains but also odours. Moreover, the powder base does not require you to disperse the detergent with scrubbing or aggressive hand-washing at all.
Scented products can be overbearing at times. When it comes to babies with sensitive skin, you’re not overthinking for wanting to buy a detergent that contains no scent.
In this case, one of your first choices should be Seventh Generation’s Liquid Laundry Detergent, Free & Clear.
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As it is fragrance-free and tested for skin irritation and sensitisation, this detergent also helps babies with protecting the skin. Being a USDA certified product, it is made from plant-based ingredients that are traditionally used to fight tough stains and unappealing odour.
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This bio-based detergent works well in standard machines at all washing temperatures. Not forgetting, it’s also hypoallergenic!
Anakku’s Detergent With Softener works well for all types of clothing and napkins, ranging from cotton to silk to wool.
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Formulated with plant-based surfactants, this detergent’s main ingredient is natural soap nuts. Soap nuts are known to be antimicrobial, which means they do not only clean clothes and fabrics, but also work efficiently to eradicate dangerous bacteria embedded in the fabrics of your clothing.
Plus, with some softener properties, the fabric will feel like silk after being washed.
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Besides being a trusted brand for decades among Malaysian parents, most users love the smell and effectiveness of its cleaning capability.